Ingredients
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp butter -- or margarine
2 tsp vanilla extract
Directions
1. In a sauce pan, combine brown sugar, cornstarch and cinnamon.
Gradually blend in 2 cups BOILING water. Cook, stirring constantly,
until slightly thickened. 2. Remove from heat and stir in butter and
vanilla.
Yield: 2-1/2 cups of sauce to serve over ice cream, baked bananas,
pineapples, and plain cakes.
Recipe By : Jo Anne Merrill
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Sauce
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